All posts tagged: Camera

This Modular Phone Concept Is Xiaomi’s Plan to Kill the Camera Bump

This Modular Phone Concept Is Xiaomi’s Plan to Kill the Camera Bump

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Key to its success is Xiaomi’s LaserLink technology. This is a proprietary optical communication module, apparent as a small dot on the back of the phone and the lens where data is transferred as light (near-infrared laser) at speeds of up to 10 Gbps. It’s fast enough to work in concert with Xiaomi’s AI and computational photography on the phone in a way that traditional external lenses cannot. The lens has two pins that connect on the back to draw power from the phone, and Xiaomi says the power draw of the lens is comparable to a built-in camera system. It’s portable enough to slip in a bag or pocket and the simple plug-and-play nature makes it easy to use. This system could allow for a whole range of specialist lenses for photographers, though you’ll have to remember to take them with you, which negates one of the big advantages of regular phone cameras. Photograph: Simon Hill Considering the LaserLink technology and power transfer, it seems like this system could allow for a whole range …

iPhone 17 Pro With All-New Camera Bar Design Allegedly Revealed

iPhone 17 Pro With All-New Camera Bar Design Allegedly Revealed

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Apple’s next-generation iPhone 17 Pro will feature three rear cameras arranged in a familiar triangular layout, but the cameras will be housed in an all-new rectangular camera bar with rounded corners, according to YouTube channel Front Page Tech. In a video uploaded today, Front Page Tech host Jon Prosser said the camera bar will be considerably larger than many earlier concepts circulating online have showed. The camera lenses are positioned on the left side of the bar, while an LED flash, a rear microphone, and the LiDAR Scanner are lined up vertically on the right side. Prosser said the iPhone 17 Pro features a two-tone finish, with the camera bar appearing to be darker than the rest of the rear shell. It is unclear if this alleged design change has any benefits, or if it is purely for aesthetics. Prosser said his information is based on multiple sources familiar with the iPhone 17 Pro’s design, and he said that he has seen the device himself. The redesigned camera array would presumably extend to the iPhone …

Galaxy S25 vs iPhone 16: Is Samsung’s Camera Still King

Galaxy S25 vs iPhone 16: Is Samsung’s Camera Still King

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The battle for smartphone camera supremacy reaches new heights with the release of the Galaxy S25 and iPhone 16. These flagship devices showcase groundbreaking advancements in mobile photography and videography, each catering to distinct user preferences. To make an informed decision, it’s essential to delve into their core features and real-world performance in a new video from Techmo. Color Science: Vibrant Hues vs. Natural Tones Color reproduction is a crucial aspect of photography, and the Galaxy S25 and iPhone 16 approach it differently: The Galaxy S25 emphasizes vibrant magenta and green tones, resulting in saturated images that excel in landscapes and wildlife photography. The iPhone 16 prioritizes warmer tones and higher contrast, delivering a more natural and balanced aesthetic. Galaxy S25 vs iPhone 16: Is Samsung’s Camera Still King? Skin tone accuracy further highlights their differences. The Galaxy S25 may occasionally exaggerate hues, while the iPhone 16 excels at rendering lifelike skin tones, making it a standout for portraits. White balance also varies: the Galaxy S25 favors cooler tones, while the iPhone 16 maintains consistency …

Where Do You Put the Camera? Every Frame a Painting Presents Insights from Famous Directors

Where Do You Put the Camera? Every Frame a Painting Presents Insights from Famous Directors

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Whether or not we believe in auteur­hood, we each have our own men­tal image of what a film direc­tor does. But if we’ve nev­er actu­al­ly seen one at work, we’re liable not to under­stand what the actu­al expe­ri­ence of direct­ing feels like: mak­ing deci­sion after deci­sion after deci­sion, dur­ing the shoot and at all oth­er times besides. (Wes Ander­son made light of that gaunt­let in an Amer­i­can Express com­mer­cial years ago.) Not all of these deci­sions are eas­i­ly made, and it can actu­al­ly be the sim­plest-sound­ing ones that cause the worst headaches. Where, for exam­ple, do you put the cam­era? That’s the sub­ject of the new video essay above from Tay­lor Ramos and Tony Zhou’s YouTube chan­nel Every Frame a Paint­ing, which con­sid­ers how the deci­sion of cam­era place­ment has been approached by such famous direc­tors like Steven Soder­bergh, Gre­ta Ger­wig, Guiller­mo del Toro, and Mar­tin Scors­ese, as well as mas­ter cin­e­matog­ra­ph­er Roger Deakins. Tech­nol­o­gy may have mul­ti­plied the choic­es avail­able for any giv­en shot, but that cer­tain­ly has­n’t made the task any eas­i­er. Some …

Never Charge Your Security Camera Again

Never Charge Your Security Camera Again

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Summary The Baseus S1 Pro’s solar charging eliminates the need for wired charging, which saves time and money. Local storage in the form of a base station boosts privacy and saves on subscription fees. The camera sometimes misses quick-moving subjects, but those events were limited. Installing an outdoor Wi-Fi camera is one of the easiest ways to add security around your home. However, these cameras often need charging, and if you don’t monitor them, you might find yourself with a dead camera at the most crucial moment. So, Baseus fixed this with the Baseus S1 Pro 2-Cam Kit. Baseus S1 Pro Outdoor Security Camera $200 $430 Save $230 The Baseus S1 Pro Outdoor Security Camera has a built-in solar cell that’s more than enough to keep it powered. This means you never have to charge again it, making it a convenient security solution for your home. Pros Solar charging means you likely will never have to charge it via USB ever again Set up takes less than an hour Local storage means you don’t have …

iPhone SE 4 Dummies Feature iPhone 14-Style Design With No Action Button or Camera Control

iPhone SE 4 Dummies Feature iPhone 14-Style Design With No Action Button or Camera Control

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Apple is planning to introduce a new version of the iPhone SE this year, and alleged dummy models are starting to leak out. Sonny Dickson today shared some images of an ‌iPhone SE‌ 4 dummy model, giving us insight into what it could look like. For those unfamiliar with dummy models, they are non-functional mockups of new devices that case makers create based on information that leaks out of Apple’s partner factories. There is big money in being the first to have a case for a new device, and over the years, leaked dummy models have turned out to be accurate in most cases. Rumors have suggested the next ‌iPhone SE‌ will look like the iPhone 14, and that seems to be accurate based on the images. There’s an iPhone-14 style chassis with an aluminum band, a glass back, and a single-lens rear camera. There have been suggestions that the ‌iPhone SE‌ 4 could get an Action Button or the Camera Control button that’s available on iPhone 16 models, but neither of those features is …

Gain peace of mind on your 2025 vacations with the ultimate camera and bug detector

Gain peace of mind on your 2025 vacations with the ultimate camera and bug detector

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If you’re going on vacation after the new year and staying in an Airbnb, you might be wondering if your privacy is truly secure. With this hidden camera detector, those worries can be a thing of the past. For only two more days, you can get this privacy gadget on sale for $32.97 (reg. $59). This compact device, trending on TikTok and other social media platforms, is designed to detect hidden cameras, bugs, and GPS trackers, offering you peace of mind wherever you go. No peeping toms here! One of the standout features of this detector is its advanced RF technology. It can identify wireless signals from hidden cameras, audio bugs, and GPS trackers, giving you a comprehensive sweep of any room, whether you’re staying at a hotel or Airbnb rental. The device operates across a wide frequency range, from 1 MHz to 6.5 GHz, ensuring no signal goes undetected. Whether you’re in a hotel, Airbnb, or even your own home, this gadget gives you the peace of mind that you are protected from prying eyes—and ears. The hidden camera …

Kyu’s Tiny Camera Only Captures 9-Second Videos

Kyu’s Tiny Camera Only Captures 9-Second Videos

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This is hardly the first time a company has pitched simplicity as a way to capture and relive memories. Google debuted an AI-powered camera called Clips in 2018 that could record short videos, and you didn’t even have to press a button. Just turn it on and the AI could figure out the right moments to capture, and these 7-second clips were then accessible in the phone app. Clips was discontinued nearly two years after its launch. The time may be ripe for Kyu to step in as a private, personal social network. BeReal, the social media app that championed authenticity, has been in sharp decline since its explosive growth in 2022. The mass migration from X to Bluesky has left some people wondering where to post. And TikTok may get banned in the US in 2025. Perhaps the intent of carrying around Kyu in your hand, the instant camera-like “limit” on how much you can capture, and the easily stitched-together edits in the app will help create memory bursts that are bite-sized but still …

This camera microscope is 80x better than your eyes! Get it during Cyber Week

This camera microscope is 80x better than your eyes! Get it during Cyber Week

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Get ready to geek out. This pocket-sized microscope will make you feel like a kid again—or it’ll be the best gift a kid in your life has ever gotten from you. It allows curious minds to zoom in 80x closer to the world, sort of like the inverse of binoculars. During Cyber Week, you can order this handheld microscope for only $62.97 (reg. $100). This 37 percent discount ends on December 8, but we might sell out before then! It’s a microscope and camera that fits in your pocket Remember high school biology? This little microscope isn’t quite like the one you used then, but the concept is similar. Except, now you can bring the magic anywhere—without the awkwardness of being a teenager. Head outside and start exploring the great outdoors in microform. Zoom in 80 times closer on insect wings and eyes, plant leaves, flower blossoms, and rocks. You already know any kid in your life would get a kick out of exploring with you, and the 4-inch LCD screen makes viewing effortless. Think …

Groundbreaking new camera can capture light waves at an incredible 1 trillion frames per second

Groundbreaking new camera can capture light waves at an incredible 1 trillion frames per second

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Over a year ago, Lihong Wang, a professor at Caltech, revolutionized imaging with a camera capable of snapping 10 trillion frames per second. This speed allowed it to capture light itself in slow motion. However, speed alone isn’t always enough. Even the fastest camera can’t record what it can’t see. To tackle this, Wang, Bren Professor of Medical Engineering and Electrical Engineering, has developed a new camera that can take up to 1 trillion pictures per second, focusing on the previously elusive: transparent objects. This innovation, detailed in Science Advances, opens new frontiers in capturing the invisible. Wang’s latest invention, phase-sensitive compressed ultrafast photography (pCUP), can photograph transparent materials and fleeting phenomena like shockwaves and potentially even neural signals. This new imaging system merges high-speed photography with a century-old technique called phase-contrast microscopy, invented by Dutch physicist Frits Zernike. Phase-contrast microscopy leverages the varying speeds of light as it travels through different materials. For instance, when light passes through glass, it slows down and then speeds up as it exits. This change in speed affects …